Finance Controller

Astute Technical

  • Tilbury, Essex
  • £350-425 per day
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
  • Apply easily
Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Electrical Main Contractor within the Renewables Industry. We are currently recruiting for a Finance Controller to join the Electrical Main Contractors on a new build Peaking Plant in Tilbury, UK.
The Finance Controller comes with a day rate from £350.00 to £425.00 (Outside IR35)Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:
  • Oversee financial management and reporting for the electrical main contractor on the Gas Peaking Plant project.
  • Manage project budgeting, forecasting, and cost control to ensure profitability and compliance with agreed margins.
  • Monitor cash flow, working capital, and payment schedules, including subcontractor and supplier invoices.
  • Provide accurate monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and financial insights to project leadership.
  • Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal company policies.
  • Implement and maintain effective financial controls across procurement, expenses, and contract management.
  • Support commercial and project teams with contract reviews, claims, and change order financial assessments.
  • Liaise with auditors, external stakeholders, and client finance teams as required.
  • Identify financial risks and opportunities, advising senior management on mitigation and optimisation strategies.
  • Lead financial reporting for project close-out, including final accounts, reconciliations, and lessons learned.
Location, day rate and timeframe of the Finance Controller position:
  • Tilbury, UK
  • £350.00 to £425.00 per day (Outside IR35)
  • Immediate start date
  • 9 months contract
INDRENAstute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government’s Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.To apply for this Finance Controller opportunity, please complete the form below. Alternatively, send a copy of your up-to-date CV to or call to speak to Greg Storey who can tell you more. You can also connect with Greg on to view other jobs they are recruiting. .Apply nowFirst name(Required)Last name(Required)Email(Required)Mobile numberCVAccepted file types: jpg, png, doc, docx, pdf, rtf, txt, Max. file size: 10 MB.Hidden Consultant EmailHidden application emailHidden Job titleHidden Candidate CountryCAPTCHASimilar jobs
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